Ex-employee of Eastlake Walmart accused of starting fire in fabric aisle

The suspect will be charged with aggravated arson. He will be in court on Monday. (Source Eastlake Police)

EASTLAKE, OH (WOIO) -

The Eastlake Police Department said an ex-employee of the Walmart on Vine Street is accused of starting a fire in the fabric aisle.

Police said around 4 p.m. on June 23 officers were dispatched to the store. Investigators said a store manager used two fire extinguishers and put out the fire.

Authorities said smoke was observed inside the store.

An investigation showed the suspect was recently fired, according to police.

Police said the suspect left the store before officers got to the Walmart.

Investigators said Walmart employees helped officers with video surveillance of the incident.

Authorities said the man turned himself in later in the day. According to police the suspect admitted to officers that he started the fire.

The suspect will be charged with aggravated arson. He will be in court on Monday.

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